Events

A webinar will be held on March 18th to present the GO PREVINOVIC project , focusing on extensive livestock farming as a tool for fire control and prevention. During the session, which will be broadcast live on YouTube, the initiative's progress since its inception will be discussed. The event will open with the presentation "Extensive Livestock Farming and Fires: The PREVINOVIC Action Plan" by Ana Olaizola, senior lecturer in the Department of Agricultural and Natural Environment Sciences at the University of Zaragoza. It will continue with a roundtable discussion entitled "The Commitment of All Stakeholders to Save Our Forest Ecosystems," with the participation of: RAMIRO PALACIOS - Head of Pastoralism and Rural Development at AGROVIDAR Antonio Jesus Garcia - Veterinarian in CorSevilla LETICIA RIAGUAS - Head of R&D+i Oviaragón REGISTRATION

National technical conference to present the results of the MAXI-CoberLEG Operational Group (Maximizing the benefits of cover crops through the selection of winter legume species and crop management), which will take place in person in Pontevedra and online through TEAMS. This initiative responds to a comprehensive approach that combines aspects of agrodiversity, genetic improvement, physiology, production and plant quality, and links them to the techno-economic demands and preferences of both producers and end consumers, to improve through R&D&I actions the competitiveness of a key export sector for the Spanish agri-food economy. The Supra-autonomous Operational Group MAXI-CoberLEG is made up of the Galician Business-University Foundation (FEUGA), Biological Mission of Galicia (MBG-CSIC), the Centre for Soil Science and Applied Biology of Segura (CEBAS-CSIC), the companies Masía el Carmen SL, Bio Varsella SL and the Agricultural Cooperative of Pego, Coop. V., and as subcontracted members the following entities: University of Valencia (UV), Valencian Institute of Agricultural Research (IVIA), and Darwin Bioprospecting Excellence SL Program: 16:15 – Welcome to the Biological Mission of Galicia of the Spanish National Research Council (MBG-CSIC); Registration of attendees and delivery of promotional material. 16:30 – Presentation of the MAXI-CoberLEG Supra-autonomous Operational Group Beatriz Calviño Vázquez , Innovation and National Projects Manager at FEUGA 16:40 – Native biodiversity of legumes: lupine and its potential as winter groundcovers Dr. Marta Santalla Ferradás , Scientific Researcher of the Plant Development Genetics Group (DEVOLEG), of the Biological Mission of Galicia of the Higher Council for Scientific Research. 16:55 – Role of winter legume covers in the conservation of natural enemies in citrus Dr. César Monzó Ferrer, Senior Researcher at the Entomology Unit, Valencian Institute of Agricultural Research, Moncada (IVIA). 17:10 – Questions and answers 17:20 – Visit to the experimental test plots and germplasm bank of the seed collections 18:10 – Networking Aimed at farmers, cooperatives, production companies, companies related to increasing citrus productivity, business associations in the sector and clusters, Designations of Origin/Protected Geographical Indication, Public Administrations related to agriculture, the environment and/or rural development, universities, Research Groups and Technology Centres, end consumers and the general public. REGISTRATION

Citrus Connect , the first international event that unites innovation, tradition and community in a unique celebration of citrus wealth, will take place in Palma del Río , in the heart of the Guadalquivir Valley, on March 25 and 26, 2025 . Organized in two days, the first one theoretical and the second one practical, it is aimed at producers and expert technicians interested in learning about innovations and good practices in the citrus sector and at company representatives looking for new business opportunities. Citrus Connect 2025 Goals Knowledge Exchange: Through technical workshops and field demonstrations, Citrus Connect seeks to promote the exchange of knowledge among industry professionals. Practical Training: A complete program that includes lectures and guided tours of farms, providing practical training from leading professionals. Collaboration and Networking Space: A unique environment where producers, technicians and companies can establish relationships, share progress and explore synergies. Platform for Companies: An opportunity for companies to showcase their products and services, connecting directly with their audience and expanding their visibility. Details of the meeting on citrus innovation Day 1: Technical Day Location: Coliseum Theatre A high-level technical day will be held at the majestic Coliseo Theatre , where tradition and innovation intertwine. Here, technicians, scientists and institutions of national and international renown will share the latest developments and trends in the citrus sector. This day will be full of enriching debates and innovative solutions that will lay the foundations for a sustainable future in the industry. Day 2: Demonstration Day Location: Moratalla Palace The second day will offer a hands-on experience in the historic Moratalla Palace and its surroundings. The technical sessions will continue with demonstrations in citrus farms, where innovative solutions will be applied directly in the field. This environment, rich in history and beauty, is the ideal place to connect theory with practice and immerse yourself in the essence of citrus growing.

Registration for the first OrganicAdviceNetwork cross-tour: "Organic Viticulture in Italy" is open until February 25th OrganicAdviceNetwork , the knowledge exchange network between organic production advisors recently launched in Spain, is organizing its first cross-visit for advisors from Southern Europe, focusing, on this occasion, on organic viticulture and its adaptation to climate change. This visit is designed for advisors interested in organic viticulture , both those with experience and those who want to start in the sector. It will be a unique opportunity to learn about different advisory approaches , share experiences and explore strategies for adapting to climate change in organic vineyards and wineries. During two days of field visits , participants will learn about different strategies for managing organic vineyards and wineries, share experiences with advisors from all over Europe and explore innovative business models. Reimbursable expenses Language: English (basic oral and written comprehension) Registration deadline: February 25, 2025 Project funded by the European Commission and the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation.

Since 1985, the AIDA Animal Production Conference has become the reference forum in the Spanish-speaking world for the exchange of scientific and technical advances of interest among professionals and researchers in Animal Production. This 21st edition brings two important new features. Firstly, the meeting will be held at a new venue, the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Zaragoza. Secondly, a new section dedicated to precision livestock farming is being incorporated, which is added to the usual ones (genetics, nutrition/feeding, livestock systems/economics and management, reproduction, animal health and welfare and product quality).

The International Society for Horticultural Science is organizing this Congress to be held in Almería from June 22 to 27, 2025. #GreenSYS2025 Website: http://www2.ual.es/greensys2025/ Email: greensys2025@ual.es

ExpoAgitech, The 4.0 Agricultural Fair , will hold its second edition from 28 to 30 October 2025. Following the success of its first edition, it has become a meeting point for technology transfer in the 4.0 agricultural sector. At ExpoAgritech, leading companies in the agritech sector showcase their latest innovations and new trends in machinery and equipment, post-harvest, irrigation systems, regenerative agriculture, biostimulants and biofertilizers to improve the competitiveness of the agricultural sector. For three days, Expo AgriTech 2025 brings together more than 8,000 professional visitors from the agricultural sector, farm owners, agricultural engineers, agricultural technicians, cooperatives, agricultural associations and young farmers in Malaga, in search of solutions and new technologies for a 4.0 Countryside. In addition, ExpoAgritech completes its range of solutions thanks to the AgriTech 4.0 Congress, where new challenges in the Agriculture 4.0 sector, precision agriculture, self-guided machinery, biotechnological solutions, data agriculture, and other important issues for the sector will be discussed.

According to a recent report by the specialist media Interempresas , the traditional multi-sector fair of Sant Miquel , in Lleida, which was held on dates coinciding with the Saint's feast day (at the end of September), has separated its agricultural content for 2025 to create a new event that will take place during the month of November . The event and dates are still being set up, and we will keep you informed about them.

SAGRIS, the Agriculture and Livestock Fair , will be held from May 8 to 10, 2025 with the aim of bringing society closer and raising awareness about the importance of the rural world and promoting innovation, talent and sustainability in the agricultural sector.

FIMA will once again be the largest event in the agricultural world in Southern Europe. Mechanisation and technological innovations will show professionals the best way to make their farms more profitable, improving performance and productivity. The importance of the farmer will be evident at an event that pays special attention to Mediterranean Agriculture and where the situation of European and world agriculture is constantly being discussed. Farmers, cooperatives, service companies, importers, distributors, engineers, the academic world, research and public administration, among others, meet at this benchmark forum in Spain for the agricultural sector. More than 1,200 exhibitors (420 of them foreign) on an exhibition area of more than 100,000 square metres, attracted 167,564 visitors at its last edition, from 54 different countries.